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Race Action Video - iXS European DH Cup Pila
Enjoy the video action of a rowdy, fun track in dusty and wet conditions!
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RACE REPORT- 2019 iXS European Downhill Cup, Pila, Italy 1
From dust to slop, the DH action from the fourth round of the iXS European DH Cup was full of excitement.
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The Ultra-Playful Yeti SB140 Reviewed 22
The last bike in Yeti's lineup to receive their latest and greatest tech is a mid-travel ripper. The 27.5-inch SB140 brings more capability to the table and replaces the SB5.
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2019 U.S. National Champs Downhill Quali & Race Day - Vital RAW 1
The rocks fought back at Trestle.
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How to be National Champion with Neko Mulally
Join Neko Mulally, Dakotah Norton and Max Morgan as they continue their pursuit of the American Dream - this time they're in Colorado where Neko caps off a week of fun and good times by defending his national champs title.
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RESULTS 🏁 2019 U.S. National DH Champs 9
Neko and Kintner crowned champions in Colorado.
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What does Aaron Gwin do when he's done racing his bike? He goes for a few more laps of course!
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Bike of the Day: Specialized Demo Race 29 4 14
Big wheels from the big S.
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U.S. National Championships DH Track POV with Neko Mulally 3
Hop on board with Neko Mulally for a run down the 2019 US Nats track. Neko ended up winning today, too!
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Bike of the Day: Zerode Taniwha (sort of) 29 31
Mullet mode, long-shocked, Dorado fork, gearbox - this is not just another enduro bike!
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Ethen Roberts, on a Moto Strapped to the Roof of a Car Andy Bell is Driving, Jumps a 140-foot Gap 5
No biggie...
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Pro Bike Check 🔧 Laurie Greenland's Mondraker Summum 29/27.5 5
One of the most exciting riders on the World Cup DH circuit discusses how and why he's letting the bike do more work in 2019.
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Whistler on a Hardtail - Daily Shot 2
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🔥 Vital RAW 🇺🇸 2019 U.S. National Championships DH & Dual Slalom 5
DH and Dual Slalom action from Trestle Bike Park and the National Champs!
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Laurie Greenland and Francesco Colombo - iXS DH Cup Pila POV 2
How rad does this track look?!
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Bike of the Day: Cove Playmate 6 6
Come out and play.
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What Do Riders Think? Seven Lock-On Grips Reviewed by Vital MTB Members 26
Lock-on grips are an incredible invention. Like anything though, each design has pros and cons. Check out seven popular options with reviews from riders like you.
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So about that new hip on Dirt Merchant...
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Bike of the Day: YT Capra 27 AL 1 14
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Aaron Gwin Out Until World Champs
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The Mob Heads Down Under to Search for Obsession | YT Mob World Tour Episode 2
Riding bikes is fun and all, but who has what it takes to go all the way? That's what the YT Mob is trying to find out with their worldwide search for the next young talents.
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Big Mountain Enduro Highlights from Trestle Bike Park
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Remy Metailler Rides the Coast Gravity Park
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The Ultimate Storytelling Bike for the Ultimate Storyteller: Gary Perkin's Santa Cruz Flippertower 3
Drool over the bike, but read about the journey of one of our favorite humans, Gary Flipper Perkin.
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Trust the process.
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Tested: Unparallel Dust Up Flat Pedal Shoe 7
There's a new player in the flat pedal shoe game, and they've got an ace up their sleeve when it comes to the rubber. Find out what else we think of their first MTB shoe.
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Alchemy Introduces the New NINE7FIVE Bike 7
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Suspension Q and A Special - Darren Murphy of PUSH 8
Suspension nerds and noobs rejoice!
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Get Loose - Daily Shot 1
Hanging it all out.
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Bike of the Day: Forbidden Druid 7 22
High-pivot trail bike goodness coming in hot.
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Snow Summit's New Double Black DH Trail with Dylan Stark 8
Built for the U.S. Open in September, 10 Ply is the first double black diamond DH trail at Summit. Good times! Steeper than it looks.
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Bike Demos, Parties and Autograph Signings at USA National Champs 1
Winter Park’s Hideaway Park Brewery plays host to several events this week with Stages Cycling, TRP, and Transition. They even made special beers to celebrate!
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Discussion: Fork Damping vs Spring Rate 84
What are you more reliant on? Is one better than the other? What are the pros and cons to each? Vote in this poll or unleash your suspension nerd in our forums.
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